wood is more resistant to tension or compression?? in both is equally resistant due to its internal structure.
the foundations of buildings can not be built in wood because it is affected by termites, mold and fire.
Wood is one of the cheapest materials to cover large spaces inside buildings.
the wood used to build both the solid or volume of the buildings as the skeletal system that supports it.
Glass
glass used in the construction of buildings is the flat glass and laminated glass.
glass can be recycled easily, but it is difficult to transport because of the precautions to be taken in view of its fragility.
glass is often used in the building when you want a better view or major interaction with the environment, but this material is not easy to work when thinking about the acoustics of the place where it will employ
glass can be used inside or outside the building both vertical and horizontal structures, such as floors or fences.
the fiberglass works as thermal insulation.
glass is more resistant in compression than in tension.
Wood
Glass